Airport Comparison
| KUL | VAV | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kuala Lumpur International Airport | Vava'u International Airport |
| IATA Code | KUL | VAV |
| ICAO Code | WMKK | NFTV |
| City | Kuala Lumpur | Vava'u Island |
| Country | Malaysia | Tonga |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur | Pacific/Tongatapu |
| Elevation | 69 ft | 236 ft |
| Coordinates | 2.750000, 101.710000 | -18.590000, -173.960000 |
Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Vava'u Island (VAV) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Vava'u International Airport (VAV) in Vava'u Island, Tonga is 9,509 kilometers (5,908 miles / 5,134 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 109°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Malaysia with Tonga. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:09 in Kuala Lumpur, it's 16:09 in Vava'u Island. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Vava'u Island (VAV) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) follows a heading of 274° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Vava'u International Airport (VAV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.